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Chamber Provides Input on Family Sustaining Jobs to Governor’s Task Force
A task force comprised of representatives of business, labor, education, and Governor Wolf’s cabinet are holding a series of panel discussions around the state to gather input on how to support and grow Pennsylvania’s middle class through family sustaining jobs. Following the conclusion of the meetings, the Middle Class Task Force will present recommendations to…
Read MoreMember News – November 1, 2017
Member News The League of Voters, Republican and Democratic parties of Montour County will sponsor a Meet the Candidates night tonight, Nov. 1, at 6 p.m. at the Pine Barn Inn ballroom for candidates running for Montour County treasurer. The event is free and open to the public and food will be provided. A debate…
Read MoreFederal Tax Reform Moves One Step Ahead in Close U.S. House Budget Vote
From PA Chamber of Business & Industry Last week in a tight 216-212 vote, the U.S. House passed the Senate’s budget – a move that gets them one step closer to achieving sweeping and long overdue federal tax reforms. With this action, U.S. House Republicans unlocked procedural powers that allow the Senate to pass a…
Read MoreWelcome Mountainside Coffee and Tulpehocken Mountain Spring Water
More than 400 businesses and organizations belong to the Chamber to receive benefits and support efforts to strengthen their businesses and our region. Increased membership allows us to offer additional programs and benefits, have a stronger voice in advocacy and be involved in more activities and initiatives in our communities. The Chamber welcomes its newest…
Read MoreFormula For Success: How Benefits Brokers Put People First
From ChamberChoice and Smart Business Pittsburgh What gets you up every morning? OK, besides the dreaded buzz of the alarm clock or smell of fresh brewed coffee. Is it simply to “wake up and repeat,” like Bill Murray in the movie Groundhog Day? Or, perhaps you want to check one more thing off your to-do list?…
Read MoreMember Spotlight: Peters Consultants, Inc.
“Our membership with the Columbia Montour Chamber has allowed us to enhance our networking audience. Attending the many chamber functions throughout the years has offered us the opportunity to secure projects and engage with leaders of our community.” – Amy Shortlidge, Marketing Manager, Peters Consultants, Inc. Peters Consultants, Inc. is a small business enterprise (SBE)…
Read MoreChamber Calls for Long-Term Budget Solutions
Once again, Pennsylvania’s budget remains unfinished months into the state’s fiscal year. In recent weeks, proposals to bridge the revenue gap have included targeted taxes and one-time revenue infusions. Earlier this month, the Chamber’s Board of Directors sent the following letter to Representatives Kurt Masser and David Millard asking for a commitment to bring stability…
Read MoreMember News – October 25, 2017
Member News Jazz and world music vocalist Somi will perform tonight, Oct. 25, at 7:30 p.m. at the Weis Center For the Performing Arts at Bucknell University. The performance is free and tickets are not required. There will also be a free pre-performance talk with the artist from 6:45-7:15 p.m. in the Atrium Lobby. Blending…
Read MoreWelcome Penn College
More than 400 businesses and organizations belong to the Chamber to receive benefits and support efforts to strengthen their businesses and our region. Increased membership allows us to offer additional programs and benefits, have a stronger voice in advocacy and be involved in more activities and initiatives in our communities. The Chamber welcomes its newest…
Read MoreCongressman Barletta Talks About Pennsylvania’s Economic Opportunities
Audio of Rep. Barletta’s remarks (.mp3) U.S. Representative Lou Barletta conveyed optimism for the future of Pennsylvania and its economy to members of the Columbia Montour Chamber and Columbia-Montour Visitors Bureau. The Commonwealth’s natural gas reserves and anthracite coal have considerable untapped potential according to the Congressman, while tax reform would put more money back…
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